Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11 May 2026
1. What data we collect
Barry Coakley Coaching processing data from various groups of people in the course of providing executive coaching services. This includes Website Visitors (technical data including IP address, browser type, and usage patterns), Enquiries (contact details such as name, email address, and phone number), and Clients (professional details, job title, company information, and necessary coaching notes).
2. How we use your data
We use your information to provide professional coaching services, manage our business relationship with you, respond to enquiries, and comply with legal or regulatory requirements. We may also use anonymised data to improve our service delivery.
3. Lawful basis for processing
Under UK GDPR, the lawful bases we rely on for processing this information include your consent, contractual obligations for service delivery, legal requirements for tax and insurance, and our legitimate interests in business management.
4. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse site traffic. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings, although this may affect website functionality.
5. Data sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in running our business, such as IT support and professional accountants, provided they adhere to strict confidentiality and security standards.
6. International transfers
While based in the UK, some providers may process data internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place to project your personal data in these instances.
7. Data retention
We keep your personal information for no longer than necessary, or as required by insurance regulations—typically up to seven years after the conclusion of a coaching contract or last active engagement.
8. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have rights including the right of access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, and data portability. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. How to contact us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our treatment of your personal data, please contact Barry Coakley Coaching at: info@barrycoakleycoaching.com